Led technical strategy and delivery for a defense technology contractor specializing in geospatial intelligence and advanced software systems.Technical Leadership & Architecture:• Architected and provided technical direction for multiple concurrent R&D programs in geospatial intelligence, 3D modeling, and embedded systems.• Designed scalable software architectures leveraging microservice orchestration in an AWS cloud environment.• Maintained hands-on development capabilities while scaling technical operations.• Led development of innovative solutions in C++ and Python for complex technical challenges.• Led R&D initiatives for developing embedded systems, focusing on systems architecture and real-time software for high-precision GPS, wireless networking, and remote telemetry solutions.Engineering Management:• Scaled organization from a startup to managing multiple engineering teams across concurrent projects.• Established technical standards, architecture practices, and development methodologies.• Mentored team leads and architects in technical decision-making and leadership.• Managed complex systems integration with major government and industry programs.Strategic Technical Achievements:• Successfully delivered multi-million dollar prime contracts.• Established technical partnerships with major defense contractors including Lockheed Martin, SAIC, Leidos, CAE.• Led technical aspects of proposal development, resulting in multiple contract wins.

I performed consulting services for a number of clients, including acting as an expert witness for an intellectual property lawsuit. I also performed requirements analysis and design/development work on a variety of software development projects.My focus included embedded software, and design and development of large geospatial databases using ESRI ArcGIS and Microsoft SQL Server in combination with custom software developed in C++.During this time I developed a business plan and performed research and development that lead to the incorporation of Cognitics, Inc. in 2008.

Acted as a technical and team lead for a R&D contract with the US Army to develop a master database of GIS data used for building simulations. Responsible for all stages of the project, including requirements analysis, design, development, and testing of a complex system that included development of a new software API in C++ that interfaced with a Microsoft SLQ server, extensions to an existing C# application, and integration with several commercial tools. Key member on the team that prepared a proposal to the US Army based on this R&D work that ultimately was awarded to our team with a value of over 59 million dollars.

Responsible for research and development of new systems, including hardware, communications infrastructure, operating systems, and embedded applications. Designed and participated in building complete systems based on business requirements. Implemented new procedures and policies for Software Configuration management, which resulted in the stabilization and increased reliability of legacy systems. Maintained and enhanced complex legacy embedded systems and applications. Developed embedded software to allow custom radio hardware to be compatible with off the shelf 802.11b systems.

Led a development team consisting of software engineers, testers, and graphics artists on E-Commerce consulting projects. Developed in Java and C/Objective-C using both the WebObjects and WebLogic platforms.

Designed and led the development of Parallax Online, a large scale Internet service for multiplayer games. Developed software libraries for networking and other systems in C/C++ on the Windows platform. Performed optimization of existing software routines, enabling slower computers to run the products. Managed development projects including the Macintosh version of "Descent 3", and a game editor.

Responsible for software design, development and maintenance in a RTOS environment using VxWorks, and GUI applications under Windows NT.Developed and maintained embedded software in C/C++ as well as IEC-1131 PLC languages in order to adapt equipment to changing customer needs. Gathered requirements from customers and developed and maintained control software for automation equipment used in the semiconductor industry.

Responsible for all Information Systems operations, including evaluation and acquisition of hardware and software.Managed software development for internal systems. Managed systems support staff and support of all end users and systems. Directed the improvement of custom reporting systems, and integration of the AS/400 into a PC based application/database program. Designed and implemented a cross platform LAN and WAN, mixing Macintosh, Windows, Internet, and AS/400 connectivity, as well as connectivity to external computerized reservation systems. Developed and maintained software for AS/400 and PC systems.